Dubai Destinations by Metro
Top Dubai Destinations by Metro
Most of Dubai's big sights are an easy metro ride away. Below are the most popular destinations grouped by type, each with the nearest station — tap through for timings, fares and walking directions.
Shopping
The Dubai Mall
World's largest mall, aquarium & ice rink
Nearest: Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall
Mall of the Emirates
Shopping plus Ski Dubai
Nearest: Mall of the Emirates
Deira City Centre
Long-standing Deira shopping mall
Nearest: City Centre Deira
Ibn Battuta Mall
Themed mall on the Red Line
Nearest: Ibn Battuta
Dubai Marina Mall
Waterfront shopping in the Marina
Nearest: DMCC
Attractions
Burj Khalifa
The world's tallest building
Nearest: Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall
Dubai Fountain
Nightly choreographed water show
Nearest: Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall
Dubai Frame
Giant picture-frame landmark
Nearest: Max
Museum of the Future
Iconic future-themed museum
Nearest: Emirates Towers
Dubai Opera
Concerts, theatre & ballet
Nearest: Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall
Expo City Dubai
Legacy site of Expo 2020
Nearest: Expo 2020
Old Dubai & Culture
Gold Souk
Famous gold market in Deira
Nearest: Gold Souq
Spice Souk
Aromatic traditional market
Nearest: Al Ras
Old Dubai & Abra
Creek crossings and heritage
Nearest: Al Ghubaiba
Textile Souk & Grand Mosque
Historic Bur Dubai
Nearest: Sharaf DG
Al Seef
Restored waterfront district
Nearest: BurJuman
Business & Leisure
DIFC
Dubai International Financial Centre
Nearest: Financial Centre
Dubai World Trade Centre
Exhibitions & conferences
Nearest: World Trade Centre
Dubai Marina & JBR
Beach, dining and the tram
Nearest: Sobha Realty
City Walk
Open-air lifestyle district
Nearest: ONPASSIVE
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I reach Burj Khalifa by metro?
Yes — take the Red Line to Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall; a covered bridge leads into The Dubai Mall and on to the tower.
Which metro station is best for the Gold Souk?
Use Gold Souq or Al Ras on the Green Line in Deira.
How do I get to Dubai Marina by metro?
Take the Red Line to Sobha Realty or DMCC, both with Dubai Tram connections.